1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 260 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Punto | 356 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 66 mm |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 79 L |