2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Strada | Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
