2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2001 Nissan MM 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. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | MM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
