1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 126 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |