2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | iQ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 32 L |