2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 361 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.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | S2000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |