2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
