2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 211 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
