1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 309 (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 96 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Peugeot 309 (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 309 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
