2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 605 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2002 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. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |