1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1990 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Starlet |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |