1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 196 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |