1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
