2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Smart Coupe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Punto | Coupe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 730 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 33 L |