2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 4 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 606 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 315 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.
Because 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 2012 Pagani Huayra. 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Fiat | Pagani |
| Model | Punto | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2795 mm |
