1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 391 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
