2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
