2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota 2000GT 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 1971 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
