2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grande Punto | 230 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
