2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
