2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Grande Punto | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
