2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
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 Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Vanette (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 600 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 1987 Nissan Vanette 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 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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, 1987 Nissan Vanette (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2080 mm |
