2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 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 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Atos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
