2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 55 kg more than 1998 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
