2001 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 688 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.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Punto | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
