2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Puma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 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 | 1035 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
