1982 Dodge 600 vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
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, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
