2010 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
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, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. 1984 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
