2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
