1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 190 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| 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 | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
