2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1302 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 25 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Volkswagen 1302 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 1971 Volkswagen 1302. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1971 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
