2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 4 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 2009 Fiat Linea are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Linea weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 2009 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2009 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Linea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
