2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
