2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 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, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
