1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 602 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Fiat Punto 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Fiat Honda
Model Punto CR-V
Year Released 1997 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 96 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 55.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 58 L


 

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