2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Fiat Seicento
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 Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Seicento (53 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
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 (145 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2001 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
