2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 445 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
