2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 690 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 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Punto | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
