2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
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 Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
