2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
