2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 1989 Vauxhall Astra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Astra 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 | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Grande Punto | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
