2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 321 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 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.3 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 | 1044 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |