2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1956 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 1956 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
