1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 6 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Atos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
