1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1989 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1989 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
