2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira.
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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | Camira |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 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 |
