2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 463 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
