1987 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |