1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Fiat Punto (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Atos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
