2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1989 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |