2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Punto | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |