1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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 Z 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 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Z |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |