2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 68 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 918 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
