2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 9 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 167 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2012 Honda Fit 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. 2012 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
