1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mustang | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
