2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 294 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |