1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1997 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Punto weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Punto | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
