2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 185 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.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
