2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1995 Volvo 440
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 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 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 15 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440.
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, 1995 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 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 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Grande Punto | 440 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
