2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
