2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 760 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Blackhawk | Punto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
