1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. Both 1994 Fiat Punto and 1968 Renault 10 are equipped with a 1,108 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Renault 10 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 1968 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 10 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
