1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Fiat Punto (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 15 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
