2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 340 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Punto | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
