1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 155 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
