2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 20 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
