2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 967 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Because 2000 Ginetta G34 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ginetta |
| Model | Punto | G34 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1050 mm |
