1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Punto | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
