2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1981 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, 1981 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |