Fiat Punto 1999 1.2

Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 petrol description

Hatchback Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 has been produced from September, 1999 to June, 2003. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 60 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 102 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 210 000 and 360 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Fiat Punto 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 2.8 litres.

Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 155 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 fuel consumption is 5.7 litres per 100km (17.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 47 litres or 12.42 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 820 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 960 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Fiat real everyday fuel consumption is 6.5 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Fiat Punto fuel consumption.

Fiat Punto safety

During safety testing Fiat Punto has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Fiat Punto is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Fiat Punto got two stars.

Fiat Punto 1999

Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 technical data

Model: Fiat Punto 1.2
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1999. September ... 2003. June 
Engine: 1242 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 136 g/km
Power: 60 HP ON 5000 RPM Torque: 102 NM ON 2500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 155 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.7 (combined) 7.3 (urban) 4.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 6.5 l/100km (36.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 47 litres (12.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.84m (length) 1.66m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 297 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1080 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1385 kg

Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 engine 188A4000

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1242 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 70.8 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 78.9 mm
Compression ratio 9.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 2.8 litres (3 quarts)
Coolant capacity 4.2 litres (4.4 quarts)
Power 60 HP ON 5000 RPM
Torque 102 NM ON 2500 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 15 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2000 onwards.

Engine also used on Fiat Panda

All Fiat Punto hatchback [1999 - 2003] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Fiat Punto 1999 1.2

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.2 Petrol 60 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.4 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.2 Petrol 80 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v Automatic Automatic

Most powerfull petrol version (80 HP)
Only version with automatic transmission

1.2 Petrol 80 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic
Fiat Punto 1999 1.9 D 1.9 Diesel 60 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 1999 1.9 JTD

Most powerfull diesel version (80 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 80 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 1999 reviews
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