2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
