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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 14 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
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 | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |