1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 290 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
