2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grande Punto | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
