2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. 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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Punto | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |