2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Omega weights approximately 235 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 1988 Opel Omega 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 1988 Opel Omega. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
