2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 173 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |