2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 218 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Because 1966 Porsche 911 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 1966 Porsche 911. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Grande Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
