1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan 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 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
