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Fiat Punto 176 Facelift (1997–1999) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.2 | 5 | 73 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 55 1.1 | 5 | 54 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 60 TD 1.7 | 5 | 63 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 70 TD 1.7 | 5 | 70 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 85 1.2 | 5 | 86 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | GT 1.4 Turbo | 5 | 131 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Fiat Punto 176 Facelift overview
The Fiat Punto (176 Facelift) is the 1st generation of the Punto, built from 1997 to 1999. It is offered as a Hatchback with 6 engines (petrol, diesel), from 54 HP to 131 HP. The 75 1.2 (73 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.0 s, reaches a top speed of 170 km/h and is 3760 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Fiat Punto have?
The Fiat Punto (176 Facelift) has 54 HP to 131 HP, depending on the engine: 1.1 Fire (54 HP), 1.7 Diesel (63 HP), 1.7 Diesel (70 HP), 1.2 Fire (73 HP), 1.2 Fire (86 HP), 1.4 Sohc (131 HP).
What engines are available for the Fiat Punto?
The Fiat Punto is available with 6 engines: 1.1 Fire (54 HP, petrol), 1.7 Diesel (63 HP, diesel), 1.7 Diesel (70 HP, diesel), 1.2 Fire (73 HP, petrol), 1.2 Fire (86 HP, petrol), 1.4 Sohc (131 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Fiat Punto?
The Fiat Punto is 3760 mm long, 1625 mm wide, 1460 mm tall, with a 2450 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Fiat Punto?
The Fiat Punto 75 1.2 (73 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.0 s and has a top speed of 170 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Fiat Punto I 176 facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 1997–1999 |
| Platform | Fiat B Platform / Fiat 176 |
| Variant | 75 1.2 (73 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 3 |
Power & torque
| Power | 73 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6000 rpm |
| Torque | 106 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 170 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 12.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 12.0 s |
Engine
| Engine code | 176A8.000 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1242 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 70.8 mm |
| Stroke | 78.9 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Single Point Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohc |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 L |
| Coolant | 4.5 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | c514 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | fpt |
Dimensions
| Length | 3760 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1625 mm |
| Height | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2450 mm |
| Front track | 1395 mm |
| Rear track | 1377 mm |
| Boot space | 275 – 1080 L |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 880 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1360 kg |
| Max load | 480 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 7.0 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 47.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Trailing Arm |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Tire size | 165/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 12.1 kg/Hp, 83 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.5 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1997 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1999 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.