1998 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 294 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Nissan Laurel 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 1978 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1978 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Punto | 1978 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Laurel |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |