2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 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. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto. 2010 Opel Insignia 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. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2737 mm |
