2002 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto

To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande 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, 2002 Honda Accord (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
Make Honda Fiat
Model Accord Grande Punto
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1474 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L