1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 7 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 780 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.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Avancier |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |