2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 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 1953 Fiat 1400. 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
