2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Because 2008 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Punto | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
