2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Punto | MK II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
