1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 421 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
