2002 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Laser weights approximately 251 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 2004 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Laser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
