2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. Both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2008 Fiat Punto are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster 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, both vehicles can yield 180 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 49 L |
