2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corona weights approximately 84 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1979 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 1979 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |