2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 190 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20. 2010 Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | i20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
