2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Toyota Sparky were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sparky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 75 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 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto. 2005 Toyota Sparky has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sparky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
