1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 50 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 933 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, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| 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 | 850 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |
