1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 215 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 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 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 46 L |
