Fiat Punto I (176) GT 1.4 Turbo (133 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 204 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1000 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.9 s). The top speed reaches 205 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 (55 hp), ideal for city commuting.
  • • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 17 sec).
  • • Balanced fuel consumption of 6.2 L/100 km for its class.

Cons:

  • • Compact cargo space (275 L); may require careful packing.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

General:
Brand:Fiat
Model:Punto
Generation:I (176)
Modification (Engine):GT 1.4 Turbo (133 Hp)
Start of production:1993
End of production:1997
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:133 Hp @ 5750 rpm.
Power per litre:96.9 Hp/l
Torque:204 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:176A4000
Engine displacement:1372
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:4 l
Coolant:6 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:80.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:67.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:7.8:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:9.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:8.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:8 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:7.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:7.9 sec
Maximum speed:205 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:7.5 kg/Hp, 133 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4.9 kg/Nm, 204 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:7.5 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1000
Max. weight:1450
Max load:450
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1080 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:275 l
Fuel tank capacity:47 l
Size:
Length:3770 mm mm
Width:1625 mm mm
Height:1450 mm mm
Wheelbase:2450 mm mm
Front track:1369 mm
Rear (Back) track:1352 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.2 m
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
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size185/55 R14
Wheel rims size14

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