2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 160 kg more than 1964 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Innocenti A 40 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 1964 Innocenti A 40. 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1964 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Punto | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
