2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Honda Insight
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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight.
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 Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Insight 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 Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |