2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 97 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
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, 1997 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Puma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
