2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 335 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | Punto | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
