2002 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 506 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Magna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
