2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 411 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | GTI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
