2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 7 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 610 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Punto | GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
