1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord 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 10 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |