1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Seat 600 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 Seat 600. 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 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Punto | 600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |