1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1958 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 1958 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 (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
