2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Because 1970 Opel GT 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 1970 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
