2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
