Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 16v (3 door)
Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 16v has been produced from October, 2003 to December, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 80 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 114 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Fiat Punto 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 2.8 litres.
Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 16v has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 16v accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 172 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 16v fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100km (16.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 7.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 47 litres or 12.42 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Fiat real everyday fuel consumption is 6.7 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Fiat Punto fuel consumption.

Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 16v technical data
Model: | Fiat Punto 1.2 16v | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2003. October ... 2007. December | ||
Engine: | 1242 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 142 g/km |
Power: | 80 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 114 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 172 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 (combined) 7.6 (urban) 5.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.7 l/100km (35.1 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: | 10.5 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 264 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1080 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1430 kg |
Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 16v engine 188A5000
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1242 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 70.8 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 78.9 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.6 : 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 2003 1.2 16v oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 2.8 litres (3 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 80 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
Engine also used on | Fiat Brava Fiat Stilo |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Fiat Punto hatchback [2003 - 2010] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Fiat Punto 2003 1.2
Jun 2003 — Dec 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.2 Petrol | 60 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Fiat Punto 2006 1.2 Jan 2006 — Jan 2010 | 1.2 Petrol | 60 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 Automatic
Jun 2003 — Jan 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 60 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Fiat Punto 2003 1.2 16v Oct 2003 — Dec 2007 | 1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Fiat Punto 2004 1.2 16v Automatic Mai 2004 — Dec 2007 | 1.2 Petrol | 80 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic |
Fiat Punto 2003 1.3 JTD 16v
Jun 2003 — Dec 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.3 Diesel | 70 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Fiat Punto 2003 1.4 16v Jun 2003 — Dec 2007 | 1.4 Petrol | 95 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Fiat Punto 2003 1.4 16v Jun 2003 — Jan 2006 | 1.4 Petrol | 95 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Fiat Punto 2003 1.7 1.8 16v
Jun 2003 — Jan 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds |
1.7 Petrol | 130 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Fiat Punto 2003 1.9 JTD 85 Hp Jun 2003 — Dec 2007 | 1.9 Diesel | 85 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Fiat Punto 2003 1.9 JTD 100 Hp
Jun 2003 — Dec 2007 Most powerfull diesel version (100 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |