1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1999 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
