2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 448 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, 2010 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
