1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 580 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 700 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 1964 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 570 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
