2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |
