2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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 (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
