1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,406 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
