2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 302 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Fit |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |