1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 650 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1976 Ford Torino 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 1976 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Torino |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
