1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 8 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sparky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
