2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
