2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 146 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |
