1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 458 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 2000 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
