2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar 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 15 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
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 (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
