2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Rover P5
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. 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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1964 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | P5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
