2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande 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, 2008 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
