1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Accent (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 748 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2001 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Accent |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
