2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta 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 370 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Grande Punto | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |