2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Grande Punto | Vamos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |