2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
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 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 56 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Grande Punto | Stellar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
