2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14 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 | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
