1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 228 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Note |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
