2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Honda S2000 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2008 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
