2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
