1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 995 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 110 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 1949 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 49 L |
