1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Renault 5
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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
