2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Punto | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
