2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Because 1978 Mazda 626 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 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 1978 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
