2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 154 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 1972 Volvo P 1800 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 1972 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
