1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 770 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
