2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1971 Vauxhall Firenza (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Punto | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
