2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 48 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.2 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 | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
