2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
