1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2005 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fusion (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fusion weights approximately 337 kg more than 1996 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 Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
