2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor 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 69 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 363 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Punto | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 787 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 | 22 L |
