2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |