2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 6 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 1 kg more 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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | Punto | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
