2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1963 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 26 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1963 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Punto | Victor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1507 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 | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |