Fiat Punto I (176, facelift 1997) 55 1.1 (54 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, facelift 1997) Overview:
Fiat Punto (I (176, facelift 1997)). With 85 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 840 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16 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 (86 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12 sec).
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): 1995 - 1997).
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| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | Punto |
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| Generation: | I (176, facelift 1997) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 55 1.1 (54 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1997 |
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| End of production: | 1999 |
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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: | 3-5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 54 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 48.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 85 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 176A6000, 176B2.000 More details about the engine 176A6000, 176B2.000 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1108 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 4.6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 70 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 72 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.6 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 150 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.6 kg/Hp, 64.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.9 kg/Nm, 101.2 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.2 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 840 |
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| Max. weight: | 1300 |
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| Max load: | 460 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1080 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 275 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3760 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1625 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1460 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1395 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1377 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.2 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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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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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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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 155/70 R13 |
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| Wheel rims size | 13 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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