2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. Both 2008 Fiat Grande Punto and 2012 Fiat 500 are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 32 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.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 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 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
