2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 275 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
