2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy 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. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 341 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | Premacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |