1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 11 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), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1150 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto. 2007 Honda Element 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. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Element |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
