2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 12 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), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
