2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Seicento | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Seicento | Punto |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |