1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 764 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Previa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
