2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
