2002 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2002 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 336 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.
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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Punto | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
