1995 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 276 kg more than 1995 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Punto | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Celica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |