2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Shuma (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 145 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
