2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Abarth Grande Punto would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | Grande Punto | iOn |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
