2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Nissan Prairie. 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1984 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
