2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1987 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Grande Punto | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |