2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Pulsar. (102 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1987 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
