2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
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 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 490 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 1987 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 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown 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 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |