2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 145 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.
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, 2008 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | 45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.3 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 | 1035 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
