2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 183 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Holden Torana 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 1975 Holden Torana. 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | Torana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
