2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 309 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 162 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 309.
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, 1987 Peugeot 309 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grande Punto | 309 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
