1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1977 Ford Granada 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1977 Ford Granada | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Granada |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2110 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |