2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento. 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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2004 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Punto | Seicento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |