1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1105 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Highlander |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |