2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (145 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
