2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
