2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | MiTo | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |