2002 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2002 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Punto weights approximately 54 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Punto. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 810 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 |
