2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 533 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |