2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Punto | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
