1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
