2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |