2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim 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 355 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph Acclaim 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 | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Grande Punto | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
