2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Acura CSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura CSX weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2011 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Punto | CSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
