2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Spectra weights approximately 238 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 (196 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
