1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 915 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Punto | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |