2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 545 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2002 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. 2002 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2002 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Verada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
