2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat 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 Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 750 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 131 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
