2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 330 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
