Fiat Punto I (176) 1.7 D (57 Hp)


Fiat Punto:

The Fiat Punto is a supermini car produced by the Italian manufacturer Fiat from 1993 to 2018, spanning over three generations. The third generation of the car was marketed between 2005 and 2009 as the Grande Punto, and between 2009 and 2012 as the Punto Evo, until the single-word Punto name was reintroduced. As of May 2013, nearly nine million units had been sold globally.
Production of the first generation Punto was 3. 43 million units, second generation 2. 96 million units, and third generation 2. 67 million units....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (176) Overview:

Fiat Punto (I (176)). With 98 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7 l/100km). Weighing only 980 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 20 s). The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Efficiency-focused engine (88 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.3 sec).
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.5 L/100 km for its class.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (200 L); may require careful packing.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (176): 1993 - 1997).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:Punto
Generation:I (176)
Modification (Engine):1.7 D (57 Hp)
Start of production:1994
End of production:1997
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3-5
Engine:
Power:57 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:33.6 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:98 Nm @ 2500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:176B3000 More details about the engine 176B3000
Engine displacement:1698
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Precombustion chamber injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine oil capacity:4.3 l
Coolant:7.2 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:82.6 mm mm
Piston Stroke:79.2 mm mm
Compression ratio:19:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:6 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:20 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:20 sec
Maximum speed:150 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:17.2 kg/Hp, 58.2 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:10 kg/Nm, 100 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:19 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:980
Max. weight:1450
Max load:470
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1080 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:275 l
Fuel tank capacity:47 l
Size:
Length:3760 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1625 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1460 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2450 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1369 mm
Rear (Back) track:1352 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.2 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc [bad for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size165/70 R13

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