1993 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
