2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |