1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 431 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
