2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 527 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1978 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Grande Punto | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |