1998 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 336 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Fiat Punto (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 22 L |
