2002 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2002 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 601 kg more than 2002 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Punto | Volare |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
