2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 2 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Juara (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Juara should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Juara weights approximately 145 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.
Because 2005 Proton Juara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Punto | Juara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
