2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Punto (149 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
