1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
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 Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica 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 Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
