2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |