2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 680 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. 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 (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
