1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 558 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
