2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1999 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1999 GAZ 3110 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 1999 GAZ 3110. 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1999 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Fiat | GAZ |
| Model | Grande Punto | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
