2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1965 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 509 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 1965 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |