2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1974 Nissan Fairlady 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 1974 Nissan Fairlady. 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 (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
