2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 30 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 Volvo 120 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 Volvo 120. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
