2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 325 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
