2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 727 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
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 Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |