2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort 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 181 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
