2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2004 MCC ForFour 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour. 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | Punto | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
