2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Punto | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
