2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Crown weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Crown 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 1980 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
