2010 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2012 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 2012 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Grande Punto | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
