2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 771 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 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
