1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 13 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. Both 1999 Fiat Punto and 2012 BMW 118 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 345 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 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 118 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |
