1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 9 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. Both 1999 Fiat Punto and 2008 Ford Fusion are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
