2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1951 Holden FX
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 4 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1951 Holden FX 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 1951 Holden FX. 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, 1951 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1951 Holden FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
