2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 386 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 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
