2001 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Cortina (60 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Cortina weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Cortina 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 1982 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Punto | 1982 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
