1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 17 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 530 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 2011 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
