1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 3 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1997 Ford Puma | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Puma |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |