2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1991 Peugeot 309
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 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1991 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grande Punto | 309 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
