2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (260 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
