2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Tata Estate

To start off, both 2000 Fiat Punto and 2000 Tata Estate were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Estate weights approximately 680 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 Tata Estate 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 Tata Estate. 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 Tata Estate (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Punto 2000 Tata Estate
Make Fiat Tata
Model Punto Estate
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Size 1242 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 67 HP
Torque 96 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2830 mm


 

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