2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 491 kg more than 2004 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |