2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2004 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Punto | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
