2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 596 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Punto | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
