2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (145 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Punto | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
