2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 152 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
