1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Because 1963 Rover P6 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 1963 Rover P6. 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | P6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
