1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
