2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
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 Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
