1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1982 Ford Mustang 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 1982 Ford Mustang. 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1982 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Mustang |
Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |