2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 199 kg more 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
