2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1995 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1995 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Grande Punto | Pony |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
