2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 396 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Fiat | Pininfarina |
| Model | Grande Punto | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
