2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 10 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 Ford Ka (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Ka |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
