1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 79 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 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 1979 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 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |