2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 159 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
