1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1966 Fiat 124
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 129 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 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 1966 Fiat 124. 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 (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1966 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 124 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
