2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 313 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect 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 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
