2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Punto | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
