2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 195 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Anglia 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 1956 Ford Anglia. 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 (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Anglia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2220 mm |