1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma, 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, 1999 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1999 Ford Puma | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1200 | Puma |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |