2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2300 mm |
