2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 39 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Punto | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |