1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 254 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTA | Punto |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |
