2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2003 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 49 L |
