2001 Fiat Punto vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 2001 Fiat Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Punto | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
