2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Porsche 912 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 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 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 1965 Porsche 912 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 912 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
