2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A3 | Punto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13.4 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 | 1410 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |