2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Camira weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | Camira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
