1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |