2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1967 Nissan President
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan President weights approximately 745 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 1967 Nissan President 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 1967 Nissan President. 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, 1967 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1967 Nissan President | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | President |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |