2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura EL weights approximately 219 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, 1999 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Punto | EL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
