2001 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1132 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.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Punto | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
