1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri.
Because 1985 Ford Capri 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 1985 Ford Capri. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1985 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Capri |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
