2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
