1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Holden | Fiat |
Model | Kingswood | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |