1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
