2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 52 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Punto | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | 616 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |