2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 200 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 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Punto | Fabia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15.9 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 | 935 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |