1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
