2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Grande Punto | Pony |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
