2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1993 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1993 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
