2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
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 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster 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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (380 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (230 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 1996 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grande Punto | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
