1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Fiat 500
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 414 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. 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 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1964 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
