2001 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Punto and 2001 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 490 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 Opel Astra (170 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Punto | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
