2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 355 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
