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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 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. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 93 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
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 | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 58.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |