1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 175 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 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |