1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 10 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 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 147 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Insight |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |