2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |
