1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette

To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 174 kg more than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Fiat Punto 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
Make Fiat Vauxhall
Model Punto Chevette
Year Released 1994 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1698 cc 1254 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.2 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 20.3:1 8.7:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 846 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 45 L


 

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