2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 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 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 1979 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
