1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 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 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
