1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 795 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.
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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
