1958 Austin A135 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1040 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 1958 Austin A135 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 1958 Austin A135. 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A135 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 49 L |
