1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 216 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
