1995 Fiat Punto vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1995 Fiat Punto is newer by 28 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, 1967 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 912 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1995 Fiat Punto. 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, 1995 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, 1967 Porsche 912 (133 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm). This means 1967 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Punto | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 912 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2220 mm |
