2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | GT1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |