2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 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, 1996 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |