1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 326 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, 2007 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
