2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
