2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 7 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), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 2 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, 2012 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Punto | A1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
