2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (133 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
