2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Ford GT 70
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 305 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford GT 70 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 1971 Ford GT 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1971 Ford GT 70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | GT 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
