1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |