2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 243 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 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 (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
