2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1955 Ford Popular
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 545 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Popular 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 1955 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1955 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Popular |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |
