1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 28 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Porsche 912 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 1967 Porsche 912. 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 (153 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 912 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
