2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 90 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 14.9 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 | 945 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
