1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |