1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 190 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Because 1961 Abarth 1600 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 1961 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1600 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 49 L |
