2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 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 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |