1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |