2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 41 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grande Punto | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
