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 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 117 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 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 | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |