2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Cortina weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Because 1971 Ford Cortina 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 1971 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1971 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
