1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 370 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 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
