1988 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Golf | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
