2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Innocenti A 40 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 1966 Innocenti A 40. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Punto | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |
