2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Optra | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
