2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 224 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
