2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
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 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. 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 (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Grande Punto | Nova |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
