2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 2007 Lotus Exige. 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Punto | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Punto | Exige |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |