2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Verada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
