2011 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Grande Punto | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
