1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
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 Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 150 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 Cressida 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 1983 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1983 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Cressida 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 Cressida | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
