1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Fiat 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, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Renault 30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 30 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
