1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 572 kg more than 1999 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
