2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 536 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 1958 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. 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, 1958 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | P5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
