2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Brava weights approximately 60 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2001 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Punto | Brava |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |