2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 TVR Sagaris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 186 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 TVR Sagaris 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 TVR Sagaris. 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 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Fiat | TVR |
| Model | Punto | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
