2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 5 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 274 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 2008 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2008 Nissan Note | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Note |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1461 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 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1239 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |