1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 160 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
