2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1994 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande 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, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1994 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
