1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 614 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
