2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro 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 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
