2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 120 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grande Punto | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
