2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Because 2007 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 105.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
