2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 535 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 1972 Toyota Century 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 1972 Toyota Century. 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, 1972 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |