1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Because 1950 Rover P4 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 1950 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1950 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | P4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
