2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 27 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.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
