1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Celica |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |