2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 11 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 26 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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Grande Punto | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14.4 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 | 1100 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |