1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 330 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Cube |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
