2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Punto and 2004 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 730 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
