2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |