2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 25 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | 220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
