2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
