2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 653 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair.
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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
