1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 6 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |