1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 4 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (116 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 360 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Punto | Signum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
