1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Omni. (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Omni.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | Punto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
