2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 52 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
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 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
