2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 858 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona 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 1964 Toyota Corona. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |