2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 475 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 1969 Jaguar 240 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 1969 Jaguar 240. 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Punto | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |
