2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 5 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. 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 10 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
