2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 400 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
