1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 4 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 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, 1998 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1998 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Escort |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |