2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 788 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Punto | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
