1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 276 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 35 | Punto |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 49 L |