1984 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Corolla | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
