2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi Fox weights approximately 37 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Punto | Fox |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
