2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra.
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, 2005 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
