2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
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 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
