1971 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | Touring | Punto |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |