2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 1977 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 1977 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
