Fiat Punto Grande Punto (199) 1.4 T-jet (120 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)

Grande Punto (199) Overview:

Fiat Punto (Grande Punto (199)). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1155 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.9 s). The top speed reaches 195 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 (120 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 8.9 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 6.6 L/100 km for its class.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (275 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(Grande Punto (199): 2006 - 2009).

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:Punto
Generation:Grande Punto (199)
Modification (Engine):1.4 T-jet (120 Hp)
Start of production:2007
End of production:2009
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3-5
Engine:
Power:120 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:87.7 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:200 Nm @ 1750 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:198A4000 More details about the engine 198A4000
Engine displacement:1368
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:2.6 l
Coolant:6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:72 mm
Piston Stroke:84 mm
Compression ratio:9.8:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:6.6 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 4
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:8.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:8.9 sec
Maximum speed:195 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.6 kg/Hp, 103.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:5.8 kg/Nm, 173.2 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:8.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1155
Max. weight:1715
Max load:560
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1020 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:275 l
Fuel tank capacity:45 l
Size:
Length:4030 mm [Same length.]
Width:1687 mm [Same width.]
Height:1490 mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2510 mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1473 mm
Rear (Back) track:1466 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.8 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 brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size175/65 R15 H; 185/65 R15 H
Wheel rims size15
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionSemi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability

If you could change one thing about the Fiat Punto, what would it be?