2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 355 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.
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, 1998 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1998 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
