2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Rover P4 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 1950 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | P4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
