2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |