2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 655 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
