2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 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), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 640 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Croma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
