1988 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 25 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
