2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 598 kg more than 1984 Ford Mustang.
Because 1984 Ford Mustang 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 1984 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1984 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
