1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1996 GAZ 3110 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 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 GAZ 3110 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | GAZ | Fiat |
| Model | 3110 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
