1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volvo P 1800 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 1970 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
