1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Punto (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 82 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life 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. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Life |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 31 L |
