2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1974 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
