2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 226 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Anglia 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 1958 Ford Anglia. 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Anglia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2220 mm |