2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 2005 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Tazz (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 985 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
