2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 459 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
