1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 75 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
