2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 45 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
