2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |
