2011 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Fiat Grande Punto | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Grande Punto | Today |
Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |