2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 191 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Cortina 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 1964 Ford Cortina. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1964 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 31 L |
