2004 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |