2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P5 (106 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 714 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 1959 Rover P5 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 1959 Rover P5. 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | P5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
