2002 Honda Vamos 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 Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vamos (149 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Vamos | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
