Fiat Punto II (188, facelift 2003) 3dr 1.2 (80 Hp) CVT
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)
II (188, facelift 2003) 3dr Overview:
Fiat Punto (II (188, facelift 2003) 3dr). With 114 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). Weighing only 960 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.6 s). The top speed reaches 165 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 (80 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.4 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 6 L/100 km for its class.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (297 L); may require careful packing.
- • Meets EURO 4 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (188) 5dr: 2001 - 2003).
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| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | Punto |
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| Generation: | II (188, facelift 2003) 3dr |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 (80 Hp) CVT |
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| Start of production: | 2003 |
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| End of production: | 2007 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 80 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 64.4 Hp/l [5mm more] |
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| Torque: | 114 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 188A5000 More details about the engine 188A5000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1242 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 2.8 l |
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| Coolant: | 4.2 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 70.8 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 78.9 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.6:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.5 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.6 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.6 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 165 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12 kg/Hp, 83.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 960 |
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| Max. weight: | 1470 |
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| Max load: | 510 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1080 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 264 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3840 mm mm [5mm more] |
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| Width: | 1660 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1480 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2460 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1398 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1392 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | CVT (6) |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 165/70 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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