1998 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
