2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |