1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Mirafiori is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Mirafiori | Punto |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |