2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 853 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
