2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
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 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera 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 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
