2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. Both 2007 Fiat Punto and 1998 Fiat Brava are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Brava weights approximately 105 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, 1998 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Punto | Brava |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |