1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1978 Renault Siete
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 184 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. 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 (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1978 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Siete |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
