2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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 (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
