2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 1978 Lada 1600. 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, 1978 Lada 1600 (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 1978 Lada 1600 has manual transmission. 1978 Lada 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Punto | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 39 L |
