2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 60 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.
Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
