2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1982 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (145 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1982 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Punto | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
