1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 3 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
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, 1999 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
