1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 63 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande 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, 2012 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
