2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 1983 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
