2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
