2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe 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 10 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1986 Venturi Coupe 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 1986 Venturi Coupe. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Grande Punto | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |