2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2000 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 227 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Cavalier | Punto |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |