1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1991 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
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, 1991 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 1991 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1991 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Punto | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
