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Fiat Punto Hatchback (1999-2003) engines, drive and performance

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Performance rating: 3 out of 53.0

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

All are adequate for all kinds of driving. Most popular is the 1.2-litre Fire unit which manages to feel quite nippy. The 1.9JTD is probably the most desirable for its mix of strong performance and exceptional economy.

Easy to drive, well-controlled in or out of town, suspension takes care of the potholes well and doesn’t roll too much in corners. Power steering has light ‘City’ mode that makes parking a doddle.