2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 13 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
