2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Camira weights approximately 85 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, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | Camira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
