2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (149 Nm). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
