1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
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, 1999 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Punto | Belmont |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 69.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |