2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 14 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 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 1972 Fiat 124. 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 (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
