2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2001 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A2 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
