2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 155 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1963 Triumph Spitfire 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 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Punto | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
