1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Z weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 1997 Fiat Punto (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
