2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1565 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.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will offer significantly more control. 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 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Fiat | Bentley |
| Model | Punto | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
