1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2004 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 145 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
