2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1968 Ford Escort

To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 299 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.

Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort
Make Fiat Ford
Model Grande Punto Escort
Year Released 2009 1968
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1558 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 162 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 871 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 87 L


 

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