1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | 220 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
