2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 10 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 387 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, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
