1995 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Honda Civic
To start off, 1995 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Punto weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic.
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, 1982 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Punto | 1982 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
