2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica 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 54 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica.
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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
