2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 9 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. Both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2012 Chrysler Delta are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 429 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.
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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | Punto | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
