2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 207 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
