2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 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 Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |