1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1995 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 679 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1995 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
