2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
