1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
