2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Punto | Strada |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |