2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 155 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.5 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 | 945 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
