2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 591 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
