2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 309 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2010 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Punto 2010 Toyota Corolla
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Punto Corolla
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4539 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.1 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 50 L


 

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