1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
