2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1950 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Consul weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 1950 Ford Consul 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 1950 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1950 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Consul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
