2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 519 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 1954 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 1954 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | P4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
