2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2007 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Idea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.4 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 | 1035 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
