2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
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 Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |
