2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
