2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 292 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 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Punto | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |
