2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
