Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v (3 door)

Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 petrol description

Hatchback Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v has been produced from April, 2002 to June, 2003. 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand 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 1999 1.2 16v has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 172 km/h.

Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (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 6.5 litres per 100 km, which is 8% 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.

With the same engine there is also Fiat Punto version with automatic gearbox (Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v Automatic AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.2 seconds later (in 12.6 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 6.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 20 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km.
Fiat Punto 1999

Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v technical data

Model: Fiat Punto 1.2 16v
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2002. April ... 2003. June 
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: 6.5 l/100km (36.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 47 litres (12.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.80m (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)

Fiat Punto 1999 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
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 1999 1.2 16v oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 2.8 litres (3 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.

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 fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.2 Petrol 80 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v Sep 1999 — Jun 2003

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.2 Petrol 80 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Fiat Punto 2002 1.2 16v Apr 2002 — Jun 2003 1.2 Petrol 80 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 1999 1.2 16v Automatic

Only version with automatic transmission

1.2 Petrol 80 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic
Fiat Punto 1999 1.7 Sep 1999 — Jun 2003

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds

1.7 Petrol 130 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 1999 1.9 D 1.9 Diesel 60 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 1999 1.9 JTD 80 Hp Sep 1999 — Apr 2002

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 80 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 2002 1.9 JTD 85 Hp Apr 2002 — Jun 2003

Most powerfull diesel version (85 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 85 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Fiat Punto 1999 reviews
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