1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1982 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
