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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 192 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |