2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Punto | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
