1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1000 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
