2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Consul weights approximately 22 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1962 Ford Consul 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 1962 Ford Consul. 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, 1962 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Consul |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 65.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
