2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada 112 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada 112 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada 112 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada 112 weights approximately 5 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 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2000 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Punto | 112 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
