2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. 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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
