2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Proton Saloon 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 Proton Saloon. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1987 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Punto | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
