2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. Both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2006 Fiat Strada are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto.
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 (149 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
