1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 11 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A1 weights approximately 180 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, 2010 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Punto | A1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
