2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Mazda 3

To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Punto 2010 Mazda 3
Make Fiat Mazda
Model Punto 3
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1251 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1755 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2639 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 55 L