2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 127 kg more than 2012 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
