2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | Santana |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |