1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
