2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1967 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 1967 Ford Zephyr 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 1967 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1967 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1967 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2930 mm |
