2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Grande Punto | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |
