2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 107 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.
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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
