2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Punto | Atos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
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 | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |