2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 703 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry.
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 Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
