2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Punto | i20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |