2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Punto | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 33 L |