1988 Volvo 480 vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 480. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480. 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 480 | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 480 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
