1980 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Rabbit | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1457 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
