1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 250 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
