1978 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 4 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
