2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica 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 161 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
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 (280 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
