2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 190 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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | CRX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
