2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Fiat Idea

To start off, both 2012 Fiat Grande Punto and 2012 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Fiat Grande Punto 2012 Fiat Idea
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Grande Punto Idea
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 160 km/hour 163 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.2 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 47 L


 

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