2001 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Punto and 2001 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Punto | 2001 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |