2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Barina weights approximately 20 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, 2005 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Barina 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 | 2005 Holden Barina | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Grande Punto | Barina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |