2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Morris Minor 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 1968 Morris Minor. 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 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Punto | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
