2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 4 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 975 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 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Punto | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |