2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1961 Seat 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 1961 Seat 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Punto | 1400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |