2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 340 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 (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Dion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
