2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Grande Punto | Cresta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |