2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 134 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 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |
