2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward

To start off, both 2000 Fiat Punto and 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1590 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.

Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Punto 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
Make Fiat Rolls-Royce
Model Punto Park Ward
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 499 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.3 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 860 kg 2450 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 100 L


 

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