2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible 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) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 274 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Punto | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
