2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 748 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2002 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Getz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
