2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Elise weights approximately 46 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.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise 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 2006 Lotus Elise. 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Punto | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
