2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (100 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 788 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
