2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 1996 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
