2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
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 Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Verada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
