2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1991 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort 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 75 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort.
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, 1991 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort 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 | 1991 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
