2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1958 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Popular |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2300 mm |
