2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 544 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2000 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Punto | I |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |
