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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Fiat Idea. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 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 | 1598 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |