2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
