2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 405 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Almera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
