2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 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 128 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 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 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | Grande Punto | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
