2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Palio II | Punto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |