2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Panda weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 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 Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Punto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
