2001 Fiat Stilo 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 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 125 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.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Stilo | Punto |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 69.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |