1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Applause | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | Punto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
