2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
