2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 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 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
