2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Nissan Laurel 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 1976 Nissan Laurel. 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 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 1976 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Laurel |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |