2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 5 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |