2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 and 2008 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 500 | Punto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |