2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 10 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356.
Because 1955 Porsche 356 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 1955 Porsche 356. 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, 1955 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 356 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
