2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Joice |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |