2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
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 Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 217 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica 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 Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
