1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 1958 Rover P5. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | P5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
