2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 3 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
