2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 184 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 1998 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 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
