2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 237 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1970 Marcos 2 Litres 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 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Marcos 2 Litres (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Fiat | Marcos |
Model | Grande Punto | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |