2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan President (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Nissan President (323 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | President |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
