2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Fiat Punto (145 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1333 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
