1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 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.
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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
