2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 45 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Punto | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
