2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto 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 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 247 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
