2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 844 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
