1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |