2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1070 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |
