1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
