2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
