2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 2007 Hyundai H100 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 2007 Hyundai H100. 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, 2007 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | H100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
