2002 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Punto weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
