2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
