2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 963 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
