1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3050 mm |
