2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Punto | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
