1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |