1992 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 104 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
