2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 636 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
