1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Contour |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |