2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1967 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Crown (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Toyota Crown weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Crown 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 1967 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1967 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
