1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (99 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
