2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lada Samara weights approximately 45 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.
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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1990 Lada Samara | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Punto | Samara |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 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 | 875 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |