2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt 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 | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Grande Punto | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
