2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
